The Dr. John Delony Show Two People in Our Friend Group Had an Affair
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Dec 26, 2025 A shocking betrayal ripples through a tight-knit friend group when two members have an affair, forcing difficult conversations about trust and loyalty. The host discusses the importance of setting boundaries and how to support the betrayed partner without fostering gossip. Listeners explore the concept of 'love bombing' and how to cultivate genuine connections beyond surface-level affection. Additionally, a heartfelt discussion on survivor's guilt follows a liver transplant, prompting reflections on identity and future roles.
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Protect The Tribe And Set Boundaries
- If a close friend betrays the group by sleeping with another friend's spouse, end that close friendship boundary and protect the tribe.
- Offer practical support to the wronged family but avoid joining gossip or taking sides publicly.
Refuse The Gossip Loop
- Stop participating in conversations that rehash and moralize the betrayal; tell people you won't talk about it around you.
- Expect pushback and accept possible ostracism for refusing to degrade others publicly.
Act With Integrity In Shared Institutions
- If you can't work side-by-side with someone who betrayed friends, tell them directly you can't and ask them to resign from shared roles.
- If they refuse, resign or remove yourself rather than tacitly endorse their integrity risk.